Teaching Class & Workshop Options

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I love to visit shops, teach classes and meet other sewing enthusiasts that share my passion! If you’d like me to visit your shop or special event and offer a workshop, lecture or make & take – here are a few options!

About me:

I am a …

BabyLock Influencer.

Pattern designer, author, video sewing educator.

Apparel industry expert.

About my workshops:

My workshops are interactive, informative and REALLY FUN!

I have applique workshops, thread painting workshops and workshops that make you look like a ROCK STAR!

All of my workshops are casual, friendly, and above all else FUN! Consider them your mini sewing circle.

About my lecture presentation:

I present a fun and entertaining look at my sewing journey.

My stories, tips and ideas help inspire others to step out of the box and try new techniques.

Questions are always welcome during the lecture and conversation is encouraged. Bring friends, a camera and be ready to laugh!

Free Motion Stitching -Hands on class

This hands on class focuses on the basics of free motion stitching.

The goal is to get students to think beyond the quilt. Students will learn how to create stylized lines and draw with thread on a standard sewing machine. This is not a quilting class. Class highlights these special accessories: Open Toe free motion foot, double side fusible, quilting gloves and wash away stabilizer.

Class size: maximum of 20 students

Duration: 3 hour class

Materials/equipment required: Students must arrive with a sewing machine & all that makes it run, scrap testing fabric, thread and a new needle with a few extras just in case.

Skill level: Basic sewing skills and machine set up.

Fee: Pricing available upon request to qualifying dealers.

**This class can be extended into a full day 7 hour workshop where students complete a full project. Inquire for more details.

Presser Feet Knowledge – Hands on class

This hands on class focuses on the power of specialty accessory feet. I will show you just how much these feet can improve your sewing in class. Students will learn how to set up foot on their sewing machine, use the foot in sewing and easy tips to ensure success. Shop or guild can select 3 specialty feet to be demonstrated in class. Project options and supplies will be determined by presser foot selection and finalized in contract agreement.

Class size: maximum of 20 students

Duration: 3 hours

Materials/equipment required: Students must arrive with a sewing machine & all that makes it run, scrap testing fabric, thread and a new needle with a few extras just in case. Presser feet will be required for class participation.

Skill level: Basic sewing skills and machine set up.

Fee: Pricing available upon request to qualifying dealers.

Pattern Make & Take – Workshop

I also offer a hands-on workshop based on any of my available patterns. I will work with you so that you can put together a kit including all of the materials needed to complete the project, along with the pattern itself. Then I’ll guide your students through the project, one step at a time! Contact me if you’d like me to set up a class based on this option.

Class size: maximum of 20 students

Duration: 3 hours

Materials/equipment required: Supplies vary, depending on the pattern – each student will need a full pattern kit including all materials and the pattern itself. They will also need to have a sewing machine provided by the shop or bring their own.

Skill level: Confident beginner to intermediate.

Fee: Pricing available upon request to qualifying dealers.

Experience your Destiny Workshop

Students will get up close and personal with their BabyLock Destiny in this hands on workshop. We will review, practice and perfect skill knowledge of the specialty features this amazing machine offers. From laser beams to custom embroidery, all will be covered. Attends will leave workshop with a clear understanding of their machine functions and the confidence to layer these tools into their everyday sewing.